ROOFTOP Arts Centre

Animals in Pastels
2025-02-22 11:30 - 15:30 (Europe/London) | ROOFTOP Arts Centre, 27 New Post Office Square, Corby, Northants, NN17 1PB, United Kingdom
Discover the Art of Animal Portraits in Pastels!
Join our fun and inspiring class where you’ll learn to bring your favorite animals to life using the rich, vibrant medium of pastels.
Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, our step-by-step guidance will help you capture the personality and beauty of your pet or any animal of your choice.
What you’ll learn:
Techniques for blending and layering pastels to create lifelike textures
How to capture fur, feathers, and expressive eyes
Tips for working with reference photos and building your composition
Creative methods for using colour and light to enhance your portrait
Why Join?
Small class size for personalized instruction
All materials provided or bring your own
Friendly, supportive atmosphere for all skill levels
When?
Saturday February 22nd
Start time 11.30am-3.30pm
£30 pp
Light lunch provided
Places are limited, so reserve yours today!
Sign up now and start creating stunning animal portraits you’ll be proud of.

Young Creators II
2025-02-22 11:30 - 12:30, 2025-02-15 11:30 - 12:30, 2025-02-08 11:30 - 12:30, 2025-02-01 11:30 - 12:30, 2025-01-25 11:30 - 12:30
YOUNG CREATORS
Free classes every Saturday
Fun creative classes for young people aged 5 to 14 taught in two sessions. Come and explore painting, drawing, and mixed media in a friendly environment, taught by our own resident artist Joanne Young.
Every Saturday
From 10.00 am – 11.00 pm and repeated from 11.30 pm – 12.30 pm
There is a minimum donation of £3 per child per-session to cover materials and costs.
Please contact Joanne Young at youngcreators@rooftopartscentre.co.uk or call the gallery on 01536 267101 to book your place.

Young Creators I
2025-02-22 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-02-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-02-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-02-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-01-25 10:00 - 11:00

Drawing & Sketching
2025-02-21 11:00 - 12:30, 2025-02-14 11:00 - 12:30, 2025-02-07 11:00 - 12:30
Drawing & Sketching Class
Every Friday
11 am – 12.30 pm
£10 per person
Learn how to draw, sketch and doodle with the guidance of professional artist and tutor, Fanoulla Georgiou.
Contact Fanoulla on 07951743839 or at lazydaisydoo@aol.com to book your place. This class is now full but a waiting list is being taken.

Thursday Art Class
2025-02-20 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-02-13 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-02-06 13:00 - 15:00
Weekly Art Classes
Painting and drawing workshops for all levels and abilities. People welcome to join at any time during the course to learn new skills and further their creativity. Tutored by our own resident artist Fanoulla Georgiou.
Every Thursday 1 pm – 3 pm
Pricing available per session or per course.
£12 per session
£60 – 6 sessions (1 free session)

Contact Fanoulla on 07951743839
or at ArtEd@rooftopartscentre.co.uk to book your place.

Beginners Drawing
2025-02-19 13:30 - 15:00, 2025-02-12 13:30 - 15:00, 2025-02-05 13:30 - 15:00, 2025-01-29 13:30 - 15:00
Have you always wanted to learn to draw?
Are you struggling to get better at drawing? Often artists appear to have a magical ability to see something, and draw what they see near perfectly! In this specialist drawing class, you can delve into those seemingly magical skills and learn how to really look at a subject, and draw it!
Our resident art tutor, Fanoulla, has been teaching classes for over 20 years, and she’s put together this course for anyone wishing to learn how to draw she will take you from beginner to improver, to pro! Even if you’ve been drawing for a while, you’ll find useful skills and practical exercises to take your drawing to the next level!
Materials included, however own sketchbook and pencils recommended
To book a space call us on 01536 267101 or email rooftopartscentre@gmail.com
Every Wednesday 1.30 pm – 3 pm
£12 per session, or £60 for 6 sessions (1 session free)

Art&Sole
2025-02-05 11:00 - 2025-02-28 16:00
Be part of a unique, evolving art installation celebrating self-expression through footwear!
Hosted at ROOFTOP Arts Centre, this event pays tribute to Northamptonshire’s rich shoemaking heritage. Transform old, unloved shoes into stunning works of art with the guidance of our experienced artists.

Bring your own shoes or choose a pair from our collection.
All materials provided – paints, brushes, and more!
Create on-site during our workshops or craft your piece at home and submit it for exhibition.

Once complete, your masterpiece will be showcased in the special Art & Sole exhibition at Rooftop Arts.
Join us and give old shoes a new artistic life!
Pop in and create your shoe design from 11am – 3pm Wednesday – Saturday
Adults £5 children £2

PUBLIC EXHIBITIONWednesday 14th March – 20th April
OPENING RECEPTIONFriday 16th March – 6pm – 8pm

Resident Artists Exhibition
2024-12-27 11:00 - 2025-03-11 16:00
14 local artists exhibit a range of paintings, prints, photography and more.
This exciting showcase brings together 14 talented artists who explore a diverse range of mediums, including painting, sculpture, photography, and mixed media. Their work offers a fresh perspective on personal, abstract, and societal themes, celebrating the dynamic spirit of the local art scene.
The exhibition features works from:

Dinah Kazakoff
Martin Baldock
Fanoulla Georgiou
Jill Hedges
Warren Shaw
Bridget Czarnota
Dalena Labosova
Tony Segal / Fabbri
Peter Bullivant
Denise Nadia Ciobanu
Margaret Montgomery
Roy Green
Duncan Bond

Each artist brings a distinctive style, reflecting their unique experiences and vision. Whether through experimental techniques or multidisciplinary approaches, their works invite you to explore new artistic landscapes.
Come and celebrate local talent while immersing yourself in an exciting array of artistic expressions!
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STEEL NERVE 2
2024-11-06 11:00 - 2024-11-22 16:00
A REVOLUTIONARY URBAN ART EXPERIENCE
Witness the transformation of street art into high art with an extraordinary collection from the world’s most influential artists!
Prepare for a visual feast as world-renowned artists — Banksy | Blek Le Rat | Connor Brothers | Tracy Emin | Damien Hirst | My Dog Sighs, and more — showcase their incredible artworks in Corby’s very own Rooftop Arts Centre.
This is your chance to experience iconic, thought-provoking works up close and even bid on to buy selected works in our Charity Auction!

Exhibition Details – Mark Your Calendar!
Dates:
EXHIBITION November 6th – 22nd, 2024
ONLINE AUCTION November 7th – 22nd
Time: 11am – 4pm daily
Entry: Free admission to the Exhibition!

Online Bidding is Open!
Just click on the link
https://www.ebay.co.uk/str/rooftoparts
or the picture below to go to the Auction!
Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of art history!
Why This Exhibition Is Historic

Witness the evolution of street art into high art!
Steel Nerve 2 brings together legendary artists who transformed urban spaces into galleries and challenged the art world’s conventions.
Every piece tells a story of rebellion, creativity, and cultural transformation.
By experiencing this exhibition, you’re not just viewing art
– you’re part of a movement that’s reshaping artistic expression for future generations!
Featured Artists

Banksy
Blek Le Rat
Connor Brothers
Copyright
Ben Eine
Tracy Emin
Damien Hirst
My Dog Sighs
…

Dinah Kazakoff, Gallery Director
“Steel Nerve 2 continues our mission to enrich Corby’s cultural scene, building on the success of the first event.”

John Brandler, Brandler Galleries
“I’m thrilled to work again with Rooftop Arts to show how urban art has evolved into a high-art form, right here in Corby.”
🎯 Why You Can’t Miss This
Get ready for an unprecedented gathering of contemporary urban art masters!
Steel Nerve 2 isn’t just an exhibition – it’s a celebration of street art’s journey from underground movement to high art revolution. Every piece tells a story, every artist pushes boundaries, and YOU can be part of this historic moment.
Plus, by participating in our charity auction, you’re supporting Rooftop Arts Centre’s mission to keep art alive and thriving in our community!

Silent Charity Auction to Support Rooftop Arts

Bid on exclusive works: Help keep the arts alive in Corby!
Auction Finale Event: Saturday, November 16th, 6 PM – 8 PM.

Proceeds in support of Rooftop Arts Centre, a registered charity!

How to Participate:

Explore the Exhibition – Free entry, open daily from 11 AM – 4 PM.
Join the Online Silent Auction – Registration and eBay access required.View works online or in-person.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/str/rooftoparts

Find Your Way to the Art

By Train: Just minutes from Corby Train Station, with direct EMR service to London St Pancras.
By Bus: Well-connected via national and local routes.
By Car: Accessible from A14, M6, M1, and A1. Ample paid parking nearby in Corby Town Centre.

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Don’t miss this chance to experience the best of urban art—right here in Corby!
Join us, get inspired, and make a difference.

PopUp
2024-10-16 11:00 - 2024-10-23 16:00
The Resident Artists at the Rooftop Art are showing off their work in a Pop-Up exhibition until the 23rd October.
The artists who have collaborated in the exhibition are Duncan Bond, Hororata Przybysz, Dinah Kazakoff, Tony Segal, Martin Baldock, Jill Hedges and Fanoula Georgiou.

“…Because Every Moment Matters”
2024-10-08 11:00 - 2024-10-19 16:00
Cransley Hospice Portrait Exhibition
A collection of striking black and white portraits, the exhibition captures a powerful spectrum of human emotions through the lens of internationally renowned local photographer Nick Freeman.

Corby Photographic Club
2024-09-19 08:00 - 2024-10-23 17:00
Annual Print Exhibition
This collection of work will be in a “pop-up” display on Willow Place.
You will able to see the images through the window between Thursday 19th September and Wednesday 23rd October.
